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The Heritage Group Sustainability Profile

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The Heritage Group, headquartered in the United States, is a prominent player in the construction materials and environmental services industry. Founded in 1930, the company has established a strong presence across various operational regions, focusing on innovative solutions in asphalt, aggregates, and waste management. With a commitment to sustainability, The Heritage Group offers unique products and services that prioritise environmental stewardship while meeting the demands of modern infrastructure. Notable achievements include advancements in recycling technologies and a robust portfolio of high-quality materials that set industry standards. As a leader in its field, The Heritage Group continues to shape the future of construction and environmental services, leveraging decades of expertise to deliver exceptional value to its clients and communities.

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37

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Construction Work industry. Comparing a company's score to the industry average can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

24

Industry Benchmark

The Heritage Group's score of 37 is higher than 63% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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The Heritage Group's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, The Heritage Group reported total carbon emissions of approximately 2,619,225,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes Scope 1 emissions of about 1,330,353,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of approximately 20,429,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions totalling around 4,324,000 kg CO2e. Notably, the Scope 3 emissions breakdown includes business travel (about 79,760 kg CO2e), employee commuting (approximately 1,877,200 kg CO2e), purchased goods and services (about 53,090 kg CO2e), and waste generated in operations (around 2,314,310 kg CO2e). Comparatively, in 2022, the total emissions were about 1,642,508,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at approximately 1,642,508,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at around 21,502,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions reaching about 5,681,000 kg CO2e. This indicates a significant increase in emissions from 2022 to 2023. The Heritage Group has not disclosed any specific reduction targets or initiatives as part of their climate commitments. There are no reported SBTi (Science Based Targets initiative) reduction targets or other formal climate pledges. The emissions data is not cascaded from any parent organisation, indicating that it is independently reported by The Heritage Group. Overall, The Heritage Group's emissions data reflects a substantial carbon footprint, with a need for strategic initiatives to address and reduce their environmental impact.

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Scope 1
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Scope 2
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Scope 3
51,861,000
0,000,000
0,000,000
0,000,000
0,000,000

How Carbon Intensive is The Heritage Group's Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. The Heritage Group's primary industry is Construction Work, which is low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is The Heritage Group's Location?

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The carbon intensity of the energy grid powering a company's primary operations has a strong influence on its overall carbon footprint. This request for The Heritage Group is in US, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

The Heritage Group's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown

The Heritage Group's Scope 3 emissions, which decreased by 24% last year and decreased by approximately 92% since 2019, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. Their carbon footprint includes supplier sustainability and value chain emissions data across Scope 3 categories, with "Waste Generated in Operations" being the largest emissions source at 54% of Scope 3 emissions.

Top Scope 3 Categories

2023
Waste Generated in Operations
54%
Employee Commuting
43%
Business Travel
2%
Purchased Goods and Services
1%

The Heritage Group's Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)

Climate goals typically focus on 2030 interim targets and 2050 net-zero commitments, aligned with global frameworks like the Paris Agreement and Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to ensure alignment with global climate goals.

The Heritage Group has not publicly committed to specific 2030 or 2050 climate goals through the major frameworks we track. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero
Reduction Actions

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